Reform's surge in the polls is causing speculation about its impact on the Conservatives, potentially attracting former Ukip voters. Alliance Party's manifesto for the General Election includes plans to change Stormont's devolved structures, seeking to end the community designation system and introduce a weighted majority voting method. Rishi Sunak's decision to call a snap election was influenced by falling UK inflation rates, marking a return to the official target rate after nearly three years. With the upcoming general election, major parties have released manifestos outlining key areas like healthcare and workforce plans. Virginijus Sinkevičius, a new Green MEP, aims to bridge the gap between the Greens and the center-right EPP despite the EPP not including the Greens in its alliance.